Term 2, Week 4

Water Safety Week – Week 7 

Tuesday, June 10th – Friday, June 13th

Location: Thebarton Aquatic Centre

Earlier this week, you should have received a note and consent forms for your child to participate in Water Safety Week. This exciting program will run in Week 7 and is packed with fun, engaging, and essential water safety lessons to help students learn how to stay safe in and around water.

Please ensure both consent forms are completed and signed to allow your child to participate. Forms are due back by Monday of Week 6 (June 2nd).

Other important Information

Students must arrive at school wearing their bathers under their uniform.
Please pack a towel and a change of underwear for changing after the lesson.
Students will use private change rooms at the Aquatic Centre.
All students will travel with their class teachers via Kanga Coachlines.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We’re looking forward to a fun-filled and educational week focused on water safety!

Thank you!

Yours in love, peace and learning 

Jason 

Mothers Day Liturgy 

On the 9th of May, our School community came together to celebrate Mother's Day and honour the special people in our lives. The day began with a delightful coffee morning, where families and friends gathered to enjoy warm beverages and delicious treats. The atmosphere was filled with joy and laughter as everyone chatted and shared stories. 

Following the coffee morning, the 4/5 class led a beautiful liturgy that touched the hearts of all who attended. Their thoughtful readings, prayers, and songs created a meaningful and reflective experience for everyone present. It was truly wonderful to see so many people come together to celebrate and support one another. 

We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support from our community. Your presence and participation made this celebration a memorable one. Thank you for joining us in honouring the special people in our lives and for helping to strengthen the bonds within our school community. 

New Pope – Pope Leo X1V 

We are excited to share the joyful news of the election of Pope Leo XIV as the new leader of the Catholic Church on Friday, 9th May. Chosen through prayerful discernment and guided by the Holy Spirit, Pope Leo brings with him a deep commitment to compassion, unity, and service. As we welcome his papacy, we pray that his leadership will inspire hope, strengthen our faith, and guide the global Church with wisdom and love. May Pope Leo XIV be a beacon of peace and renewal for all. 

National Reconciliation Week  

National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2025 is "Bridging Now to Next". This theme encourages reflection on the past, present, and future, urging all Australians to work together towards a more united and respectful nation. 

Reconciliation must live in the hearts, minds and actions of all Australians as we move forward, creating a nation strengthened by respectful relationships between the wider Australian community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

We all have a role to play when it comes to reconciliation, and in playing our part we collectively build relationships and communities that value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures, and futures. 

6th Sunday of Easter  

On the 6th Sunday of Easter, the themes focus on love and the Holy Spirit. Jesus tells His disciples to love one another as He has loved them. He also promises to send the Holy Spirit to help and guide them. This Sunday reminds us that love is at the heart of our faith and that the Holy Spirit is always with us, offering support and guidance in our daily lives. 

Playgroup: 

The last two weeks of playgroup we have had some colourful activities and celebrated families. It’s been great to see some families engaging with Piper the playgroup Magpie’s book basket! Each week Piper finds items around the hub related to a book. See if you can find the items in the book, and use the items to tell the story! 

On Wednesday Week 5, 28th of May there will be NO playgroup because I will be at the Community Hubs Australia Conference in Melbourne.  

For updates as they happen, follow us on our facebook page! 

English classes  

English classes are on Thursdays 10-12pm. Unfortunately because I am away at the conference there is no-one to look after children on Thursday 29th of May. 

 These classes are open to all, and a great opportunity to practice your English! Run by a qualified teacher. Contact me for more information. 

Volunteering 

You may have heard of more and more excursions starting to happen! If you would like to volunteer and go along on your child’s class excursion you will need to fill in and return a volunteer application pack. You can get one of these from me or the front office.  

To become a volunteer you need to have a Working With Children Check - WWCC (free for volunteers) and complete the 2 hour online RRHAN-EC training course. I can help you with this. Please talk to me for more information.  

DHS Connecting through play workshop 

At the end of the term we will host a 2-part workshop on connecting with your children through play! Again, all are welcome but please register with me! I can be contacted on 0480 277 409.